Professor Ranta Ghosh of McGill University believes the Canadian government should offer a formal apology in Parliament for the Komagata Maru incident.
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper March 12 attended a reception organized by the Canadian Confederation of Chabad Luvabitch, an Orthodox Jewish organization, at Parliament Hill. He expressed his 'deepest sympathies to the Chabad Lubavitch family and all those who mourn the deaths of Gavriel and Rivka Holtzberg,' who were killed by terrorists in the November 26, 2008 Mumbai attacks.
'...but from those who control the narrative.' Powerful nations have mastered this art of narrative building. Those nations who aspire to become global powers must do so, observes Shanthie Mariet D'Souza.
At a reception on Thursday organised by the Canadian Confederation of Chabad Luvabitch, an Orthodox Jewish organisation, Prime Minister Stephen Harper expressed his 'deepest sympathies to the Chabad Lubavitch family and all those who mourn the deaths of Rabbi Gavriel and Rivka Holtzberg." The Rabbi and his wife were killed by terrorists at Nariman House in Mumbai during the terror siege in November last year.
European champions England registered their second straight victory in the hockey World Cup on Tuesday, defeating a lowly South Africa 6-4 in a high-scoring second Pool B match at the Major Dhyan Chand National stadium in Delhi.
Caster Semenya has said the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) breached confidentiality regulations ahead of her appeal hearing on Monday where she is fighting for her athletics future.
Bangladesh's Abdur Razzak has been suspended from bowling in international cricket, pending fresh assessment of his action by the International Cricket Council. Razzak was reported for suspected illegal action, exceeding the 15-degree permitted under ICC regulations, by on-field umpires Daryl Harper and Asoka de Silva after the second Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Dhaka on October 29.
Britain's Got Talent's unique finding is about to feature on the cover of a prestigious magazine in the US after a sensational makeover.
In an exclusive interview with Ajit Jain, rediff India Abroad Managing Editor, Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, who recently completed his maiden visit to India, reveals that the two countries are very close to signing a nuclear agreement.
As Father's Day draws closer, Abhishek Mande takes a walk down memory lane and discovers why a father-son relationship will always be special.
We pay homage to Bhanu Athaiya by celebrating her best creations.
David Beckham's children extended their support to their father's UNICEF charity football match.
The goal-scorers at the men's hockey World Cup being played in Delhi.
The goal-scorers in the 12th men's hockey World cup in Delhi.
The goal-scorers in the 12th men's hockey World Cup, which is underway in Delhi.
South Africa's squad for the 12th hockey World Cup in New Delhi.
The singer, who is only 25, doesn't believe she will ever "overcome" anxiety & depression.
The Tablighi Jamaat avoided confrontation, stayed clear of conversion of non-Muslims, abjured politics and focused only on religious attainment. >A fascinating excerpt from Ziya Us Salam's Inside The Tablighi Jamaat.
The Woman in Black: Angel of Death gets predictable real quick, says Paloma Sharma.
India won the toss and elected to bat in the second Test against England, the start of which was delayed due to bad light.
The headturners on Day Two of fashion week.
As high-speed Internet access invades the average household, digital publishing is evolving into big business.
"On this day, the anniversary of the worst terrorist incident in Canadian history -- the bombing of Air India flight 182 -- we pause to remember those who have lost their lives through acts of terror here in Canada and around the world," Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper said on Monday.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan launched the autobiography of tennis star Sania Mirza titled Ace Against Odds in Hyderabad on Wednesday.
The eye-popping cover has her posing in just a bodysuit!
Chat transcript of The Hindu's correspondent in China Pallavi Iyer with rediff.com readers on Thursday.
Thick fog delayed the start of the third day's play in the second and final Test between India and England in Mohali on Sunday. The match was scheduled to start at 0900 hours IST but the misty conditions resulted in poor visibility and umpires Daryl Harper and Asad Rauf decided to delay the start.
'The cynic in me wonders whether the Speaker's defiance wasn't assisted by the knowledge that he cannot possibly be re-elected from Bolpur.'
Aishwarya, Priyanka or Amy Jackson -- who gets your vote.
Former South African all-rounder Robin Peterson has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect, saying that he is looking forward to pursuing other interests and spending time with his family. Announcing his retirement, Peterson said it has been an incredible journey with so many of people encouraging and supporting him along the way. "First and foremost I'd like to thank all my team-mates for all the special memories they've helped create along the way, as well as all the coaches that have played a role in my development and as mentors throughout my career," the left-arm spinner was quoted, as saying by ESPNcricinfo.
Here's a round-up of the glossies for May -- take our poll and let us know who you think makes for the most fashionable, sexy cover this month!
Former president A P J Abdul Kalam, who will be from April 17 to 19, will confer the award that carries $50,000 in cash and a trophy on April 18, Canada-India Foundation Convener Ajit Someshwar told reporters on Wednesday. Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Ontario Premier David McGuinty were likely to be present on the occasion, he said.
\n\nPrime Minister Stephen Harper and members of his cabinet, leaders of political parties, senators, and other dignitaries including Shyamala B Cowsik, High Commissioner of India to Canada participated in the function.
Mike Hussey defended his decision not to walk after surviving a close appeal for caught behind against England.
'Allah is there above and, with him as witness, I am giving you this money. If my Mariam's letter arrives, you must deliver it.' The clerk stood still in astonishment. 'Where must it be delivered?' 'Upon my grave!'
A dress exhibition that celebrates the fashion and style of the Princess of Wales.
'Some of his decisions were not so good, but his intentions were always guided by a deep national interest.'
'Is this man crazy?' the postmaster asked. 'Yes, who? Ali, na? Yes, saheb. Five years have passed and, no matter the weather, he comes to collect a letter. It's very rare for him to receive a letter,' the clerk replied.
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